Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic (S124)

Mercedes E class 1993 3.0 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic has been produced from June, 1993 to April, 1996. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 450 000 to 750 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 187 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.1 litres per 100km (12.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes E klase 1993 - 1996 versions, city fuel economy - 9.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes E class version with manual gearbox (Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.1 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes E class 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mercedes E class 1993

Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 1993. June ... 1996. April 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 136 HP ON 5000 RPM Torque: 210 NM ON 2200 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 187 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.1 (combined) 9.4 (urban) 6.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 72 litres (19 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.76m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.49m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 530 litres
Trunk max capacity: 885 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2230 kg

Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic engine OM606 300D

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2996 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 87 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 mm
Compression ratio 22 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 180,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Precombustion chamber
Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 9 litres (9.5 quarts)
Power 136 HP ON 5000 RPM
Torque 210 NM ON 2200 RPM
Start of production (year) 1993
Duration of production 8 years

All Mercedes E class estate car [1993 - 1996] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes E 200 1993 Combi

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 200 1993 Combi Automatic 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 1993 Combi 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 1993 Combi Automatic 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 1993 D Combi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.5 Diesel 113 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 1993 D Combi Automatic 2.5 Diesel 113 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1993 Combi 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 11.1 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1993 Combi Automatic 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 11.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 12.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi 3.0 Diesel 136 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 D Combi Automatic 3.0 Diesel 136 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 TD Combi

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 TD 4Matic Combi 4x4 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes E 320 1993 Combi 3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.6 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 1993 Combi Automatic 3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 36 1994 AMG Combi Mai 1994 — Apr 1996

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds

3.6 Petrol 272 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E class 1993 reviews
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